Small family-owned property in quiet hills outside of Lamai
Spacious, bright rooms with air-conditioning and minibars
10-minute walk to a few restaurants and bars
Outdoor pool surrounded by coconut trees
Small bar where free appetizers are served during the evening
An excellent breakfast is included in the room rate
Car and scooter rentals can be arranged
On-site parking is free
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
20-minute walk to the beach
Not in the center of Lamai (a pro for some)
There’s no lunch or dinner restaurant on-site
There are just 10 rooms at this two-and-a-half-pearl property set
just outside the town of Lamai. It’s a peaceful area surrounded by forest, and
is ideal for those looking for a relaxing break away from Koh Samui’s party
scene. Unfortunately it's a 20-minute walk to the beach, and a scooter rental is likely in order. The rooms are fairly basic, but spacious, and some have wonderful sea or
forest views. Hand-painted wall art ups the charm factor a bit, and all rooms have free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. The resort itself has some pretty gardens and a small pool. An excellent breakfast is provided free of charge, though there's no full-service restaurant. Those wanting to be closer to the beach could check out Thai
House Beach Resort as an alternative.
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Family-run boutique hotel with peaceful, away-from-it-all vibe
This quiet boutique hotel is owned and run by a French couple. There's
a relaxed vibe about the place, as the owners go the extra
mile to really give their guests a home-away-from-home atmosphere. They are
always on hand to offer advice about the local area too, and many previous
guests have commented on how invaluable their guidance has been. Guests enter
the property through some decorative white gates underneath a small archway.
This leads to a stone staircase flanked by Thai stone lions and
beautifully manicured trees and shrubs. The small open-air lobby has some
traditional wooden sofas and chairs, plus some more contemporary bar
stools. A coffee table has a selection of travel magazines which guests are
welcome to borrow. The property mainly attracts couples, including
honeymooners, plus some families looking for a peaceful, secluded retreat.
Location
In the forest, a 10-minute walk from a few restaurants
Sallamai Resort is situated up a small hill from the sea in a forested area
outside of town. It's a quiet spot with not much surrounding it other than a few
other hotels, so it has an isolated feel. It's actually not far off the
main road, though, and is around a 10-minute walk to a few restaurants and shops. The center of Lamai and the beach are a bit too far to be walked in Samui's heat -- it's at least a 20-minute trek -- and guests are better off renting scooters to get around. Lamai is Koh Samui's second most popular beach and is a
lot quieter and calmer than the party vibe of Chaweng, which is farther north.
Those wanting to check out what Chaweng has to offer can get there in around
25-minutes by car, though Lamai has its own nightlife, restaurants, and shops
in the center of town. It's a 30-minute drive to Koh Samui Airport.
Rooms
Spacious rooms with hand-painted details, all with private balconies
The 10 guest rooms at the Sallamai Resort are all individually
decorated. Guests can expect to see plain white walls with an injection of two
colors such as orange and green or black and mauve. The hand-painted details, like vines and leaves -- give them a bit of bespoke charm. Rooms are spacious and light, with traditional Thai touches such as carved wooden ornaments and bamboo
wardrobes. The six rooms on the ground floor of the property are surrounded by lush green gardens and are a short stroll from the hotel’s outdoor swimming
pool. On the second floor there are two rooms with views over the jungle, and
the other two have far-reaching sea views and a private hot tub each. Every
room has a balcony, air-conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a
safe, minibar, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathrooms
are spacious and have a wet-room style shower with a rainfall shower head,
and contemporary fixtures and fittings.
Features
Free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking, plus a small pool and bar
The hotel has a small rectangular outdoor pool that's surrounded by
coconut trees. It has some sun loungers and cafe tables nearby as well. A
daily breakfast is served at the resort's dining area, which is included in the
room rate. It’s an excellent spread of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, orange
juice, croissants, eggs, fresh bread, fresh fruits, and homemade jams and
yogurts. Guests are also welcome to eat breakfast around the pool if they wish.
The property also has a small bar with a good selection of drinks. Free canapes
are served at the bar in the early evening, but no proper lunch or dinner are served. Other facilities at the property
include car and scooter rentals, airport transfers (for a fee), free car parking, and free
Wi-Fi.
